Mrs. Shelley

About this book

In the late 19th century, the literary world was captivated by the legacy of Mary Shelley, the groundbreaking author of "Frankenstein." In "Mrs. Shelley," Lucy Madox Brown Rossetti offers an insightful biographical account that explores Shelley's intricate identity as the daughter of feminist pioneer Mary Wollstonecraft and the wife of poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. This work delves into the duality of her existence, highlighting her struggle for autonomy and recognition in a male-dominated society. Ideal for students and historians alike, "Mrs. Shelley" illuminates the profound impact of unalienable rights and the quest for self-definition that shaped Mary Shelley's life and work. Discover the woman behind the myth in this compelling narrative.